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Event Series Gentle Start Computers for Seniors

Gentle Start Computers for Seniors

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

You perhaps have used a computer occasionally but would like to know more about their workings? Gain confidence in using them by learning how they can aid you in everyday life activities. Bring your own laptop or use one of ours. Starts Tuesday 25th October 9.30am-12.30pm for 8 weeks. Cost $50. Please note there will be no class on Tuesday 1st November. 

$50

Silk Floral with Betty

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Flowers don’t always need to be disposable! In this workshop you will produce a silk flower arrangement which will stand the test of time and become a beautiful long term feature in your home. Friday 18th November 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $45 including all materials. Please bring a pair of scissors or secateurs to this class.  

$45
Event Series Food from the heart of Cairo with Mary

Food from the heart of Cairo with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Experience a little Egyptian magic learning how to cook dishes such as Tagine, Kebbeh Nayye and Baked Zucchini with Lamb (Casserole). At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 29th November 11.00am-3.00pm for 2 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $80 including all ingredients and materials.

$80
Event Series Computer Maintenance and Internet Safety

Computer Maintenance and Internet Safety

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

We rely more and more on technology in everyday life, therefore gaining an understanding of computer maintenance and tools is paramount. Learn how to protect yourself, your computer and privacy on the internet and discuss some security concerns when using your computer. BYO USB stick. Starts Wednesday 30 November 9.30am-1.00pm for 2 weeks. Cost $35.

$35

Christmas Floral with Betty

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and this class will give you some ideas to make a Christmas floral arrangement and add some festive décor to your home. Friday 9th December 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $45 including all materials. Please bring a pair of scissors or secateurs to this class.  

$45

Event Series Occasional Care (Afternoon Only)

Occasional Care (Afternoon Only)

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Our Occasional Care program offers quality care for children between 18 months and 5 years. A wide range of activities are provided for the children by our qualified and experienced staff. Occasional Care is often the first time parents leave their children. Our staff are skilled with strategies for separation anxiety and helping you both with the transition. Care can be permanent or casual. Occasional Care sessions run throughout the year and include most school holidays. Mondays 12.30pm-4.30pm. Cost $44 per session. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am-4.30pm. Cost $88 per session. You may be eligible for Child Care Subsidy which would give you discounted fees. Please see the office for more information. Emergency and casual spots are charged at $12 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours. Please contact the office for availability.

Event Series Occasional Care

Occasional Care (Full day)

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Our Occasional Care program offers quality care for children between 18 months and 5 years. A wide range of activities are provided for the children by our qualified and experienced staff. Occasional Care is often the first time parents leave their children. Our staff are skilled with strategies for separation anxiety and helping you both with the transition. Care can be permanent or casual. Occasional Care sessions run throughout the year and include most school holidays. Mondays 12.30pm-4.30pm. Cost $44 per session. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am-4.30pm. Cost $88 per session. You may be eligible for Child Care Subsidy which would give you discounted fees. Please see the office for more information. Emergency and casual spots are charged at $12 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours. Please contact the office for availability.

Wedding Floral

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Weddings can be expensive and flowers are no exception. Let Betty teach you how to make your own buttonholes and small bouquets to add that special personal touch to the big day of someone you love. Friday 17th February 12.30pm-2.30pm.  Cost $50 including all materials.

$50
Event Series Greek Cooking with Mary

Greek Cooking with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Soak up the flavours of Greece where you will make both sweet and savoury dishes. Please contact the office to find out this term's menu. At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 21st February 6.00pm-9.30m for 2 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $80 including all ingredients and materials.  

$80

Summer Flower Bouquet

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Learn how to arrange and wrap a beautiful selection of fresh summer blooms in a loose, relaxed style. Thursday 23rd February 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. 

$75

Twilight Gin Tasting

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come and experience a variety of ways to enjoy Gin including cocktails like Martini, Gin Fizz and Singapore Sling along with the wonderful gin and tonic and infused gins too. Nibbles are also provided in a warm and welcoming environment to taste, relax and enjoy. Friday 24th February 7.30pm start. Cost $50 per person. For designated drivers and non-drinkers just wanting to socialise enjoying soft drinks and nibbles, a reduced fee of $10 per person will apply. Bookings are essential by Friday 17th February to ensure correct numbers are catered for.

$50

Event Series Italian Cooking with Mary

Italian Cooking with Mary

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come and join Mary in learning the basics of Italian cooking with tasty dishes like Mama's Artichoke Stew, Nonna's Saucy Meatballs with Baked Potato and Baked stuffed tomatoes. At the end of the class, you will sit down as a group to taste and enjoy the meals you have prepared.  Starts Tuesday 7th March 6.00pm-9.30pm for 3 weeks (finish time is approximate). Cost $100 including all ingredients and materials.

$100

Fancy Fishbowl

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Create a stunning coffee table arrangement in a glass fishbowl using calming, neutral shades of green and white. Thursday 16th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.  SOLD OUT Thursday 23rd March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. EXTRA DATE ADDED.

$75

BNC Wine Club

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

We welcome new and familiar faces to this social gathering where we will taste different wines and learn the various origins and qualities whilst enjoying some tasty nibbles. If you are looking for something friendly, social and a bit of fun, come and join us. Thursday 30th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $15 per person and bookings are essential to confirm numbers and amount of bottles required.  

$15

Fancy Fishbowl 2

Create a stunning coffee table arrangement in a glass fishbowl using calming, neutral shades of green and white. Thursday 16th March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included.  SOLD OUT Thursday 23rd March 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. EXTRA DATE ADDED.

$75

Easter decorative floral

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Come along to this hands-on class where you will make a beautiful table decoration for your Easter celebrations. Friday 31st March 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $50 including all materials.

$50

Elegant Hatbox Design

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

Using a selection of roses and other seasonal flowers, we will learn how to create an elegant design in a beautiful hatbox. Thursday 6th April 7.00pm-9.00pm. Cost $75 with all materials included. 

$75
Event Series Playgroup

Playgroup Monday

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

For parents/carers with children up to 5 years old. Activities are set up ready for your child to enjoy. Children require a snack, drink and suitable clothing for messy activities and outdoor play. A great beginning for your child to learn through play and socialising and an opportunity for you to meet other parents from the community. It also familiarises the children with our Children's Room easing the anxiety when it's time for Occasional Care or our 3 year old program. Term 1- Monday session starts Monday 30th January 9.00am-11.00am for 9 weeks. (No session Monday 13th March- Labour Day) Cost for first child $67.50, second child $36, third child and babies under 6 months old $22.50. Tuesday sessions start Tuesday 31st January 9.00am-11.00am or 11.30am-1.30pm for 10 weeks. Cost for first child $75, second child $40, third child and babies under 6 months old $25.   Term 2- Monday session starts Monday 24th April 9.00am-11.00am for 8 weeks. (No session Monday 12th June- King's Birthday) Cost for first child $60, second child $32, third child and babies under 6 months old $20. Tuesday sessions start Tuesday 2nd May 9.00am-11.00am or 11.30am-1.30pm for 8 weeks. Cost for first child $60, second child $32, third child and babies under 6 months old $20.   Term 3- Monday session starts Monday 10th July 9.00am-11.00am for 10 weeks. Cost for first child $75, second child $40, third child and babies under 6 months old $25. Tuesday sessions start Tuesday 11th July 9.00am-11.00am or 11.30am-1.30pm for 10 weeks. Cost for first child $75, second child $40, third child and babies under 6 months old $25.   Term 4- Monday session starts Monday 2nd October 9.00am-11.00am for 11 weeks. Cost for first child $82.50, second child $44, third child and babies under 6 months old $27.50. Tuesday sessions start Tuesday 3rd October 9.00am-11.00am or 11.30am-1.30pm for 10 weeks. Cost for first child $75, second child $40, third child and babies under 6 months old $25.

Strength Training Pilates for Over 50s with Teresa 9.30am

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, Australia

A Pilates class for building inner strength, toning and trimming with all levels welcome. Term 1- Starts Monday 31st January 9.30am-10.15am or 10.30am-11.15am for 9 weeks. Cost $63 for the term (spot confirmed) or $8 per week (first come first served basis).  Please note the sessions will not run on Monday 13th March (Labour Day).   Term 2- Starts Monday 24th April 9.30am-10.15am or 10.30am-11.15am for 9 weeks. Cost $63 for the term (spot confirmed) or $8 per week (first come first served basis).  Please note the sessions will not run on Monday 13th June (Queen's Birthday).   Term 3- Starts Monday 10th July 9.30am-10.15am or 10.30am-11.15am for 10 weeks. Cost $70 for the term (spot confirmed) or $8 per week (first come first served basis).    Term 4- Starts Monday 2nd October 9.30am-10.15am or 10.30am-11.15am for 11 weeks. Cost $77 for the term (spot confirmed) or $8 per week (first come first served basis).   

$63